Cyber Risk And Reg - ERandCS - Process Audit - Senior Associate - BLR KOL HYD

A career within Internal Audit services, will provide you with an opportunity to gain an understanding of an organisation’s objectives, regulatory and risk management environment, and the diverse needs of their critical stakeholders. We focus on helping organisations look deeper and see further considering areas like culture and behaviours to help improve and embed controls. In short, we seek to address the right risks and ultimately add value to their organisation.

To really stand out and make us fit for the future in a constantly changing world, each and every one of us at PwC needs to be a purpose-led and values-driven leader at every level. To help us achieve this we have the PwC Professional; our global leadership development framework. It gives us a single set of expectations across our lines, geographies and career paths, and provides transparency on the skills we need as individuals to be successful and progress in our careers, now and in the future.

Responsibilities

As a Senior Associate, youll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to:

• Invite and give in the moment feedback in a constructive manner.
• Share and collaborate effectively with others.
• Identify and make suggestions for improvements when problems and/or opportunities arise.
• Handle, manipulate and analyse data and information responsibly.
• Follow risk management and compliance procedures.
• Keep up-to-date with developments in area of specialism.
• Communicate confidently in a clear, concise and articulate manner - verbally and in the materials I produce.
• Build and maintain an internal and external network.
• Seek opportunities to learn about how PwC works as a global network of firms.
• Uphold the firms code of ethics and business conduct.
  
  

• Manage a team of Associates (if needed) or independently deliver SOX engagements for multiple processes across client(s).
• Participate or drive conversations with the clients for process discussions and conduct walkthroughs.
• Sound understanding of key business processes such as PTP, OTC, Inventory, Payroll, Fixed Asset etc. and the Risk and Controls associated with the process.
• Basis process discussions prepare process flows / narratives and risk & control matrices.
• Identify process gaps and accordingly provide recommendations in areas requiring improvement based on the clients business process and industry practice.
• Conduct (and review, if needed) test of design and operating effectiveness, and suggest controls to improve the client’s control framework.
• Document testing workpapers as per the defined standards and quality benchmark
• Support the Manager in conducting SOX scoping, control rationalization & standardization for business processes
• Monitor project progress, manage multiple assignments/ related project teams, if needed
• Meet quality guidelines within the established turnaround time (or allotted budget) for assigned requests
• Provide regular status update to the Manager on the controls
• Demonstrate application and solution-based approach to problem solving
• while executing client engagements and documenting working papers
  
  

• Ability to work independently under general supervision with latitude for initiative and independent judgment
• Effective verbal and written communications, including active listening skills
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and external contactors/auditors
• Detail-oriented
• Comfortable working on multiple projects simultaneously
• Individuals would be expected to cultivate a strong team environment and promote a positive working relationship amongst their team.
• Excellent Communication, written and verbal would be expected.
• In addition to being an exceptional individual contributor, manage engagements and relevant Teams allocated for the same.
• Managing predominantly offshore engagements and relevant PwC Territory teams.
• Ensure client service delivery in accordance with the quality guidelines & methodologies.
• Build and maintain client relationships by understanding and being responsive to client needs and ensuring high quality of deliverables.
• Demonstrate strong analytical thinking and communication skills including the ability to research and understand complex processes and effectively communicate them to interested parties
  
  

• Develop strong working relationships with the client and onshore client teams.
• Maintain excellent rapport and proactive communication with the stakeholders and client.
  
  

• Suggest ideas on improving engagement productivity and identify opportunities for improving client service.
• Ensure compliance with engagement plans and internal quality & risk management procedures.
  
  

• Display teamwork, integrity, and leadership. Work with team members to set goals and responsibilities for specific engagements.
• Foster teamwork and innovation.
• Utilize technology & tools to continually learn and innovate, share knowledge with team members and enhance service delivery.
• Conduct workshops and technical training sessions for team members.
• Contribute to the learning & development agenda and knowledge harnessing initiatives
  
  

• Bachelors/Master’s Degree in Commerce / B. Com / MBA/ BBA
• Chartered Accountant
• Experience of business experience in technology audit, risk management, compliance, consulting, or information security
• Experience in identifying control gaps and communicating audit observation and recommendation to Engagement Team/ End Clients
• Functional knowledge of major ERP suites (like SAP, Dynamics, Oracle EBS)
• Understanding of audit concepts and regulations
• Candidates with 3-5 years of relevant experience in similar role, preferably with a “Big 4” or equivalent
  
  

• CA / CPA / CIA